This simple, yet delicious, pasta recipe is a classic. And, if you prefer a vegetarian entrée, it’s yummy even without the meat! Ingredients 2 tablespoons of olive oil 5-6 sweet Italian Sausages (raw) ½ sweet onion (chopped) 3 large garlic gloves, minced ¼ cup vodka 2 lbs roma tomatoes chopped ½ cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon dried basil salt and pepper to taste ½ pound penne pasta fresh basil and parmesan for garnish Instructions In a food processor puree tomatoes until smooth, set aside. In a sauce pan heat oil over medium heat ..read more

We’re breaking it down… These days it’s hard to separate truth from influential information and media in terms of health and what is good for you (or not!).  The truth is, despite government regulations and oversight, it’s still a bit ‘buyer aware’. Now, that’s a scary thought.  Having said that, there is something that can’t be refuted — the advice of a medical professional that knows you and your needs, along with reputable research and facts.  Please note: If you are pregnant, planning on getting pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any underlying health conditions, it’s always b ..read more

This recipe screams autumn and is a wonderful way to enjoy late harvest veggies and cooler fall days. Ingredients: ½ large onion or one small one diced 2 cups white whole mushrooms chopped in halves 3 large carrots chopped/sliced 3 cups halved small red potatoes peel on (or large red potatoes chopped in big cubes) 1¼ cup frozen peas 1½ cups of a dry red wine 4 cups of beef broth 1 tablespoon of tomato paste 3 minced garlic cloves 4 springs of thyme 3 tablespoons of olive oil 2 tablespoons brown sugar ½ teaspoon of dried basil 1½ tablespoons of cornstarch salt and pepper Instructions: 1. Heat ..read more

Parents of school-age kids are rejoicing because it’s BACK TO SCHOOL this week. And, to celebrate, we’re sharing a free resource from Little Light Learning! Keep your “Littles” busy with these fun downloadable colouring placemat pages just in time for back-to-school!  Cynthia, the creative and talented mom who started Little Light Learning, says… Little Light Learning was born out of my love of illustrating and homeschool teaching. Now, I design and produce educational print resources to help you teach. Whether you homeschool, teach in a school, or are just looking to keep your litt ..read more

We’re a year and a half into physical distancing, and there are a few things that I know I can count on to ensure a fun evening in. One of those things is a new movie for family movie night! If you’ve got littles (or not-so-littles!), we think you should check out the sequel to “The Boss Baby”: Family Business. And we’ve got FIVE digital copies to give away, so read on! The Boss Baby: Family Business welcomes back the Templeton brothers, Ted (Alec Baldwin) and Tim (James Marsden) as they’re introduced to a brand-new boss baby, Tim’s daughter Tina (Amy Sedaris), who is on a mission from BabyCo ..read more

We love this delicious, yet easy, recipe because it’s a hit with, well, everyone! You might just want to serve this at your next backyard dinner party. Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, sliced thin (6 ounces each) ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 4-8 fresh sage leaves 4 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter ½ cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons white wine or additional chicken broth ½ cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour, divided Instructions: Place ½ cup flour in a shallow bowl; set aside. Flatten chick ..read more

Disclosure: The information in this article is meant for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions or concerns about your health or pregnancy. Shortly after I learned I was pregnant with my first child, I was using the washroom at work when I noticed some blood on the toilet paper. I panicked. I left work and immediately went to my OBGYN, terrified that the end of this pregnancy was inevitable. To my surprise and relief, my doctor was not overly concerned. She told me that it wasn’t uncommon for bleeding to occur ..read more

This simple recipe screams, “Hello, summer!” Enjoy it at your next picnic. Ingredients: 3 pounds seedless watermelon (about 1 small or ¼ large), rind removed, cut into chunks 1 tablespoon juice from 1 lemon 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh mint ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese  Fresh black pepper Instructions: Combine all of the ingredients into a large bowl and stir gently to combine. Season just slightly with fresh ground black pepper and serve immediately. For more recipes from Sneaky Mommies, click here. To view all of the recipes on our site ..read more

Mother’s Day 2021 was beautiful: cuddles from my kids, a 5K run, hiking with best friends and sushi on the deck. At the end of the day, reflecting on our joys, my 9-year old son – always ready with a quip – piped up:  “That was a lot better than last year.”  It was infinitely better than Mother’s Day 2020 when I had a breakdown. I cracked, right in front of my children. It wasn’t pretty. It started innocuously – the mounting tension of weeks of initial stages of the pandemic, pivoting my career, single parenting for nine weeks, not seeing friends and family, feeling isolated, scared ..read more

Achieve a mindset of gratitude, happiness and positivity after feeling the opposite. Yes, it is possible.  We know it’s been quite a year (and a bit).  In fact, more and more mothers across the globe have been vocal about expressing the difficulties of parenthood in a pandemic. Whether it’s the questioning of normalcy, what is acceptable, the judging, the guilt, or overall tiredness of trying to do it all. We remember the home schooling, cooking, entertaining kids and trying to also practice self-care.  Exhausting.  However, moms, it’s time to flip your mindset and reclaim ..read more